St Matthewʼs Primary School (Hastings)
Primary school in Hastings, New Zealand
Located in Hastings, New Zealand, St Matthewʼs Primary School (Hastings) is a Primary school.
Primary schools in New Zealand typically cover Years 1–6 (ages around 5–10), and in some communities extend to Year 8. The programme focuses on strong foundations in literacy and numeracy alongside a broad curriculum that includes science, social studies, technology, the arts, health and physical education. Classrooms emphasise curiosity, problem solving and the key competencies of the national curriculum—thinking; using language, symbols and text; managing self; relating to others; and participating and contributing.
For international students, primary schools provide welcoming, student-centred environments with a focus on wellbeing, inclusion and early language support where needed. Learners benefit from small-group teaching, hands-on activities and outdoor learning that make the most of New Zealand’s safe communities and natural surroundings. These early years help children develop confidence and essential skills that set them up for success in intermediate and secondary schooling.
About Hastings
Hastings sits in Hawke’s Bay’s fertile plains, known for orchards, vineyards and a warm, dry climate. Together with Napier, it offers secondary schooling, sport and arts, with cycle trails and coastal recreation nearby.
Hawke’s Bay Region
The Hawke’s Bay Region is famed for its wine country, art-deco architecture (especially in Napier), and a mild climate that supports premium horticulture and tourism. The region offers a blend of seaside towns, vineyards, orchards and inland rural areas, making it a good fit for international students looking for both learning and lifestyle. Schools based in Hawke’s Bay can benefit from the region’s strength in food-production, event tourism and linkages to international markets — all attractive features when promoting study in New Zealand.
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